What if I can't open up the form?

To fill out the marriage application online, you first need to make sure your computer can read the form.  The form can be opened using Adobe Acrobat Reader which is freely available to download on the Internet at the following site.  Just click here  .  Just follow the prompts at the site to download Acrobat Reader.  Then the form will open up automatically on your computer when you click on the application button.

What if I make a mistake on the form?

When the form opens up, you will notice the "Clear" button on the top right corner of the document.  This button will reset the form and erase any items that you have typed in.  The button will not print out on the actual form.

How do I start to type?

The first step is to move the mouse cursor to the box where you enter your name and click once.  This will activate the field so that you may type your name.  When you have finished, click on the next box that you need to fill out and so on.  Do not use the tab button on your keyboard to move from field to field. 

Which fields must I fill out?

You need only fill out the fields that allow you to type.  Therefore, you must enter all information under the Bride and Groom sections and you must enter all information under the Record of Divorce section, if applicable.  Then move to the line that names who will be solemnizing the marriage and fill out the name of the pastor, minister, etc. that will be performing the marriage.

What information goes into each field?

Bride and Groom Section

Name:  Enter the full name of bride or groom, including middle name.

SS#:  Enter your social security number.  This will be kept confidential by the court.

Address:  Enter your current address, including city, state and zip code.

Phone#:  Enter your current phone number where you can be reached.

D.O.B:  Enter your date of birth.

Age last birthday:  Enter your current age.

Residence:  Enter the county you live in.

Birthplace:  Enter the state you were born in.

Occupation:  Enter your current occupation.

Father's Full Name:  Enter your father's full name.

Mother's Maiden Name:  Enter your mother's full name (maiden name).

Previously Married: Enter the number of times you were previously married.  Also, enter if you were widowed or divorced from the last spouse.  If divorced, move on to the next section, Record of Divorce.

Record of Divorce Section

Previously Married to:  Enter the name of the last spouse.

Divorce Date:  Enter the date of the last divorce.

Decree#:  Enter the number of the last divorce decree.

Divorce State/County:  Enter the two digit abbreviation for the state in which your last divorce was granted, and then enter the county.

Minor Children:  Enter all minor children of previous marriages.

Do not fill in the Consent of Parents section, this will be signed at the Courthouse in front of a deputy clerk.

Enter the name of the person solemnizing the marriage in the paragraph following the Consent of Parents section.

What do I do after I've completed the form?

After checking the form for accuracy, print it out, and bring it to the Probate Court along with the other required materials and your license will be issued.